320 articles from the Hayes Plumbing team on maintenance & advice for homes in Oshawa and Durham Region.
320 articles in Maintenance & Advice
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Common problems with your water pipes can be a real nuisance, but thanks to the Internet (YouTube is a life saver) with just a little elbow grease you can most often fix them by yourself. However, no matter how handy you are you won’t be able to DIY every plumbing problem you face. When the
The short answer Black spots on a bathroom mirror usually mean moisture has damaged the reflective backing, so they can’t be cleaned from the front of the glass. A cosmetic patch may hide a small spot, but replacement is the reliable fix when damage is spreading. A cracked mirror should be replaced when the crack
At one point in your lifetime as a homeowner (or renter) you’re bound to come across any number of annoying plumbing problems that can leave you feeling helpless. The good news is you aren’t – not every plumbing disaster needs a professional assessment. These five fixes you can do yourself, although when in doubt, call
It’s happened to almost all homeowners at one point or another. That dreaded clogged drain which seems to take hours to become unclogged. When becoming frustrated with clogged drain in their home, property owners make a wide-range of mistakes in how they handle this issue. And within this latest post, we’ll explore three of the
Homeowners can help protect their children by taking a proactive approach to child-proofing their property. While most parents understand the need to add a gate to their stair areas and to add a child-lock on medicine cabinets, few have the forethought to child-proof their home faucets. This can present a number of dangerous scenarios in
While the summer sun continues to shine down on us, it won’t be long now until we notice the temperature begin to drop again as fall makes its way across Ontario. To help ensure your home is ready for the fall season, it’s important to understand the plumbing checks that are required at this time
Leaking water pipes can cause significant damage within the home. From the damage to the carpeting, to potential structural damage, these issues can be mitigated if you know the best ways to respond to a leak detection and repair before it affects the rest of the home. To help homeowners across the province understand how
The summer is widely considered one the most popular seasons in which to upgrade your home. With the warmer weather now here across Ontario, many homeowners are now planning their upcoming bathroom renovation projects. It’s important, before beginning the work, to understand how the most successful renovations are completed. Within this post, we’ll examine five
The summer is now here and homeowners are now enjoying the wonderful warm weather the season brings. But you may find that the arrival of the summer sunshine has coincided with several new plumbing issues within your home. Many plumbing problems are prevalent during summer and within this post, our team will outline five of
With the warmer weather now here, homeowners across Ontario must remain vigilant in protecting their home plumbing systems this summer season. Summer brings with it a new series of plumbing problems to be on guard for, and so within this post, the team here at Hayes Plumbing will examine several summer plumbing maintenance tasks. Complete
Your home’s kitchen faucet must be optimally maintained to ensure that the water flowing into your home is safe to drink and available when you need it. But homeowners often run into maintenance…
It’s the time of the year in which we’re all excited to go outside and spend some much-needed outdoors time with family and friends after the bleak winter. But it might be worth spending a little time at home, despite the bright sunshine beaming in through the windows. Your home plumbing system needs your attention
Condo buildings come with their own set of plumbing challenges. With many Canadians now favouring the condo lifestyle over homeownership, millions are now experiencing issues that are unique to condo owners. To help ensure these issues can be mitigated over time, we’ll outline several condo plumbing maintenance strategies. Clean the Showerhead to Ensure Optimal Water
Your home water heater can provide you with comfort during those remaining cool winter days. And so it’s important to commit to a comprehensive maintenance regimen to ensure the water heater is performing to optimal capacity. By understanding how the technology works and adopting expert maintenance techniques, you can save significant money on your home
As the weather slowly but surely warms across the province, many Ontarians are experiencing leaks within their property as the cool ice thaws. These leaks can cause significant property damage and could potentially be a health hazard for those living within the home. Therefore it’s important to work with professional plumbers to ensure leaks are
For those who have just bought that new piece of equipment, it’s now the ideal time to begin the installation process and make the equipment a vital part of the property. But oftentimes new home appliances don’t work to optimal capacity after installation. And so it’s important to review the ideal techniques for resolving potential
water filtration services is a subject commonly discussed across the country, as Canadians gain new knowledge on the harmful bacteria within their tap water. While there are numerous water filtration products available on the marketplace, it’s important that homeowners find the requisite system for their filtration requirements. And so within this blog, we’ll highlight the
A emergency plumbing services can happen at any time of the day or night. Water leaks and equipment malfunction often occur at the most inconvenient moment. And so it’s important that homeowners know the ideal methods for responding to their emergency plumbing issue quickly and effectively. In this blog, we’ll outline three expert tips for
The flooring style that homeowners choose for their kitchen can make all the difference when it comes to the area’s functionality. Choose the wrong type of flooring and homeowners may find they spend more time cleaning the area than enjoying it. There are many unique flooring options available within the current marketplace and by choosing
With the cold weather now officially here across Ontario and the temperatures dropping as a result, homeowners must now be proactive in preparing their home for the coming depths of winter. By closely following the guidance of professionals, homeowners can protect their plumbing systems and ensure optimal performance throughout the winter. In this blog, we’ll
Homeowners considering a kitchen renovation in the coming months require the latest information on design trends to help create their ideal environment. As 2014 comes to a close, it’s now time to look ahead to 2015 and the design trends that are set to become prominent within the kitchen renovation marketplace. In this blog, we’ll
For some Canadians, plumbing systems remain a complete mystery. But while plumbing can be a complex area, there are many common questions that can be answered by those with experience in the industry. Our team answers many questions on a regular basis within our work. And in this blog, we’ll take a look at five
Homeowners may discover that their water is not achieving the optimal level of warmth the next time they go for that pre-work shower or evening bath. As we enter the cooler months where water heat will become an essential element for comfort in the home, it’s imperative to find out the cause of a heating
When a plumbing system begins to leak, it’s imperative that homeowners react as quickly as possible to protect their property against potential water damage. But many homeowners struggle to identify leak detection and repairs until it’s already too late in the process. That’s why our team is now showcasing the professional methods for identifying a
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